Which auditory structure has, as an effect of aging, an increase in cerumen, drier cerumen, and an increase in hair?
A. auditory nucleus
B. middle ear
C. external ear
D. inner ear
Answer: C
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A patient is learning to use crutches on the stairs. When evaluating this patient, which action indicates that the patient needs further instruction?
a. The patient places the good leg on the step to be climbed first. b. The patient places the affected leg on the step to be climbed first. c. The patient places the crutches on the floor and uses a swing-through method to get to the next step. d. The patient places the crutch on the af-fected side on the next step first.
The nurse observes sinus bradycardia on a patient's cardiac monitor. Which data set indicates the patient is in need of treatment for this rhythm?
1. The patient is light-headed and complaining of chest discomfort. 2. The patient's respiratory rate is 16, blood pressure is 114/70, and the patient is pain-free. 3. The patient is alert, oriented X3, and blood pressure is 120/60, with no other complaints. 4. The patient's heart rate is 50 and blood pressure is 110/62, with no other complaints.
According to Erikson, the period of early adulthood is a time of:
a. ‘industry versus inferiority'. b. ‘identity versus role confusion'. c. ‘intimacy and solidarity' and ‘isolation'. d. ‘integrity versus despair'.
During a phone call to the clinic the nurse suspects that a pregnant client is experiencing preeclampsia. What manifestations did this client report that caused the nurse to make this clinical determination? Select all that apply
1. Double vision 2. Epigastric pain 3. Facial swelling 4. Painful urination 5. Severe headache